Podcast · 113 episodes
Leaders Worth Knowing Podcast, page 4
by Leaders · English
The biggest names in the global business of sport sit down with Leaders Editorial Director, James Emmett, and Content Director, David Cushnan.
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What life’s like as a football club CEO in Saudi ArabiaEsteve Calzada, CEO of Al Hilal, Saudi Arabia's most successful football club, discusses the evolution of football in Saudi Arabia and shares insights on managing a sports club in a rapidly…4 Dec 2025 · 41 min
Around the world with IMG: a region-by-region guide - episode 3: EMEAIn the final installment of the series, IMG's VP and Co-Head of Multisport Content, Sally Brown, discusses the EMEA region's established sports markets and emerging territories.3 Dec 2025 · 51 min
Around the world with IMG: a region-by-region guideAround the world with IMG: a region-by-region guide14 Nov 2025 · 53 min
The Euroleague's response to the NBA Europe plansFeaturing conversations with prominent figures in the global sports business, led by James Emmett and David Cushnan.13 Nov 2025 · 55 min
The TikTok Gameplan: How James Maddison and Spurs led the Premier League on TikTokHow James Maddison and Spurs Led the Premier League on TikTok6 Nov 2025 · 32 min
The Aussie plan for global dominationIn this episode, Andrew Abdo, CEO of the National Rugby League (NRL), discusses the league’s global ambitions, its growth under his leadership, and the strategic approach to international markets.5 Nov 2025 · 57 min
Around the world with IMG: a region-by-region guide - Episode 1: The AmericasHillary Mandel, IMG Executive Vice President & Head of Americas, Rights5 Nov 2025 · 1 h 1 min
The man who saved AFC BournemouthFormer owner and chairman of AFC Bournemouth24 Oct 2025 · 1 h 14 min
How do you takeover an F1 team?How do you takeover an F1 team?17 Oct 2025 · 54 min
Money, Fashion and Influence at Leaders Week LondonIn this episode, hosts James Emmett and David Cushnan discuss highlights and insights from Leaders Week London 2025, focusing on key conversations recorded at the event at Allianz Stadium.9 Oct 2025 · 43 min
Behind the scenes at Leaders The biggest names in the global business of sport sit down with Leaders Editorial Director, James Emmett, and Content Director, David Cushnan.3 Oct 2025 · 40 min
Behind the scenes at Leaders Week LondonThe biggest names in the global business of sport sit down with Leaders Editorial Director, James Emmett, and Content Director, David Cushnan.2 Oct 2025 · 41 min
Revealed: what it was that the Rock was cookingIn this episode, WWE President Nick Khan, Garcia Companies Founder Dany Garcia, and IMG President Adam Kelly join Leaders Editorial Director, James Emmett, and Content Director, David Cushnan for…24 Sep 2025 · 1 h 14 min
The TikTok GamePlan: Owning the Narrative with Rich PaulIn the second episode of the series between Leaders and TikTok, prominent figures in the sports industry discuss the growing significance of TikTok in sports through the insights of key executives…22 Sep 2025 · 50 min
How do you run an international sports event in China?CEO of the Billie Jean King Cup16 Sep 2025 · 34 min
What does a Chief Media Officer do all day?In this episode, James Emmett interviews Brian Herbst, who discusses his multifaceted role at NASCAR as the Chief Media and Revenue Officer.10 Sep 2025 · 38 min
Worth Knowing: How to raise money for a challenger leagueIn this episode, the hosts discuss the recent Series C funding round of the Professional Triathletes Organisation (PTO), which raised $40 million led by Saudi Arabia's SURJ Sports Investments.28 Aug 2025 · 53 min
What will keep Sunderland in the Premier League?In this episode, David Bruce, the Chief Business Officer at Sunderland AFC, discusses the club's return to the Premier League and the strategies being implemented to ensure their survival.20 Aug 2025 · 53 min
How smart is Gerard Pique?The episode features a discussion with Gerard Pique, the renowned former footballer from FC Barcelona and the Spanish national team, who has transitioned into the business world following his…14 Aug 2025 · 24 min
What was it like on the inside of the Hundred auction?In this episode, Jason Schretter, Partner and Head of EMEA at Raine Group, discusses the England & Wales Cricket Board's (ECB) sale of stakes in the eight franchises of the Hundred, which received…7 Aug 2025 · 34 min
How the DP World Tour became sport’s funniest rights holderHow the DP World Tour Became Sport’s Funniest Rights Holder31 Jul 2025 · 55 min
Does women’s football sponsorship work?In this episode of the "Leaders Worth Knowing Podcast," hosts James Emmett and David Cushnan engage with Emily Heath, Global Brand Director at Rexona (also known as Sure in the UK).25 Jul 2025 · 38 min
REVEALED! Mark Goldbridge’s blueprint for fan-driven football contentIn this episode, Mark Goldbridge, the owner and face of YouTube channels *The United Stand* and *That’s Football*, shares his journey of transforming a hobby into widely popular football content…16 Jul 2025 · 44 min
Sponsorship and Manchester United: conversations with Qualcomm CMO Don McGuire and Utd Chief Business Officer Marc ArmstrongIn this episode of the Leaders Worth Knowing Podcast, hosts James Emmett and David Cushnan engage in a conversation with Qualcomm's CMO Don McGuire and Manchester United's Chief Business Officer Marc…11 Jul 2025 · 50 min